Lauren (she/her)

Well, hello there. My name is Lauren Massarella, and I'm a Chicago-based yoga teacher, forever student, and mindfulness enthusiast. Many moons ago, I found myself extremely stressed and overwhelmed due to a toxic work environment. In an effort to find a tool to decompress and cope that wasn’t a bottle of wine, I turned to yoga. That was in 2008. By 2010, I had quit my job and began my journey as a certified yoga teacher.

I know how much yoga has helped me in my own journey through life, grief, infertility/motherhood, and simply being a woman in this busy, noisy world. It is an honor to help others connect with themselves on the mat via mindful breath and movement. My goal is always to have you feeling better than when you arrived. Whether it's strong and sweaty or zen and relaxed, you will leave my class ready to embrace your day with a mindful state of being.

My love language is cueing movement and breath to the sounds of both a vibrant and meditative playlist. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just unrolling your mat for the first time, I meet you where you are – all levels are encouraged to join me on this yoga journey.

Come for the yoga, stay for the zen, and maybe a chuckle or two along the way. See you on the mat!